SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MOTOR DRIVE UNIT HAND CNTRL PWRMX EL; SAW, POWERED, AND ACCESSORIES
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Model Number 72200616 |
Device Problems
Overheating of Device (1437); Mechanical Jam (2983); Key or Button Unresponsive/not Working (4063)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 07/14/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during set up or inspection the mdu had a motor issue.The motor was not spinning, the unit was getting hot.The procedure was completed with a s+n back up device.No delay and no patient injury or other complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned to the designated complaint unit for independent evaluation, thus visual inspection and functional testing could not be performed.A review of the device history records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification or would not be able to perform as intended.A relationship, if any, between the subject device and the reported event could not be determined.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.A complaint history review concluded this was a repeat issue.If the product associated with this event is returned at a future date, this investigation will be reopened for evaluation.Internal complaint reference: case-2021-00066705-1.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.There was a relationship found between the returned device and the reported event.A visual inspection found a discolored cable.A functional evaluation revealed an unresponsive/stuck left button that caused a handpiece error message.The mdu was tested with the footswitch and no overheating was noted.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specification upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.The complaint of overheating and mechanical jam was not confirmed.Factors which could have contributed to the reported event include a failure of a concomitant device the complaint of a stuck button was confirmed, and the root cause has been associated with a mechanical component failure.Factors that could have contributed to the event include a buildup of corrosion/debris around the spring from cleaning chemical fluid ingression over time.Please refer to the instructions for use for recommendations on proper use of the device and potential troubleshooting methods to prevent future reoccurrence of the reported event.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.
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